Is AutoNation a good company to work for?

AutoNation has an overall rating of 2.9 out of 5, based on over 2,472 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 8% over the last 12 months. 37% of employees would recommend working at AutoNation to a friend and 37% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about AutoNation have been left by employees working as Receptionist , Parts Specialist and Manager .

Does AutoNation pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, AutoNation employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at AutoNation. This rating has decreased by 9% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at AutoNation?

37% of AutoNation employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated AutoNation 2.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.7 for culture and values and 3.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at AutoNation?

Sales Associate (339) , Sales (91) , Sales Manager (68) , Sales Consultant (65) , Sales Representative (48) , Finance Manager (40) , Car Salesman (38) , Automotive Service Advisor (36) , Manager (34) , Technician (30) , Porter (26) , Automotive Technician (24) , Internet Sales Manager (22) , General Manager (19) , Receptionist (19)

What are the pros of working at AutoNation according to real employee reviews?

"The pay is good and bi weekly" ((in 134 reviews)); "Benefits are good" ((in 115 reviews)); "About the only pro I have is the people I work with are great people." ((in 113 reviews)); "Good training but they dont put in practice what you learned." ((in 67 reviews)); "Great coworkers and potential for promotion but not worth it" ((in 50 reviews))

What are the cons of working at AutoNation according to real employee reviews?

"long hours and lots of downtime if you don’t know how to keep yourself busy" ((in 159 reviews)); "Management at my store was poor." ((in 152 reviews)); "Store level managers have very little authority." ((in 74 reviews)); "poor payplan, horrible long hours go unappreciated." ((in 65 reviews)); "no work life balance and you only get $100 for a new car sale" ((in 47 reviews))

What are employees saying about AutoNation layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about AutoNation layoffs and their outlook for job security at AutoNation in 2026.

What are the top reviewed AutoNation locations?

Fort Lauderdale , Houston , Memphis , Irving , Denver , Orlando , Bellevue , Dallas , Miami , Las Vegas , Tampa , Atlanta , Corpus Christi , Los Angeles , Phoenix , Pembroke Pines , Clearwater , San Jose , Katy , Chandler , Austin , Roseville , Buford , Fort Worth , Sanford , Winter Park , Baltimore , Tempe , Valencia , Marietta

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AutoNation reviews

2.9

37% would recommend to a friend

(748 total reviews)

Mike Manley

39% approve of CEO

37% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.4

Diversity & inclusion

3.0

Compensation and benefits

3.0

Career opportunities

2.7

Culture & values

2.5

Senior management

2.4

Work/Life balance

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Reviews by job title

748 reviews

Reviews about "Compensation"

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3.0

Apr 26, 2022

Pay is good, but you work for it

Associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Pay is good, and they are good with time off. Good group of people as well

Cons

Sometimes you do not have the resources you need, and working with the public has its own challenges.

AutoNation Response

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We value your time on our team and wish you the best in future employment!

5.0

Apr 21, 2022

You have to love what you do or you will not be any good

Sales associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Meeting New People everyday is definitely the best part.

Cons

Can't Keep Enough good inventory

AutoNation Response

Our Sales Associates are the backbone of this company! We appreciate the time and work that you put in here at AutoNation and understand your frustrations with inventory. We are constantly looking to our employees to help us create a better employee experience, and truly appreciate your feedback.

5.0

Apr 19, 2022

Great Place to work

Manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Flexible work schedule, with above average pay, company tries to care

Cons

management can get in the way of getting things done

AutoNation Response

We’re happy to hear about your experience with AutoNation! Thank you for taking the time to review our company.

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